Nelton Abdul

I am a dedicated and compassionate social worker with over 14 years of diverse experience across government agencies, non-profits, and community service organisations. My expertise encompasses complex clinical work in forensic disability, NDIS, child protection, aged care, and humanitarian services, particularly focused on providing high-quality support to the veteran community and their families during crisis. With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and a clinical lens, I excel in assessing complex needs, developing tailored interventions, and providing advocacy, crisis intervention, counselling, and case management. My ability to navigate intricate systems enables me to advocate effectively for clients' rights and well-being while ensuring seamless access to essential support services. I possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills that facilitate rapport-building with clients, collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams, and engagement with community partners. I am deeply committed to promoting social justice, diversity, and cultural competence across all aspects of my social work practice. In my roles, I have provided clinical leadership, supporting workforce development and contributing to service delivery enhancements. I am experienced in conducting comprehensive clinical risk assessments and implementing evidence-based practices to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. My skills in developing personalised care plans allow me to connect clients with vital resources, ensuring that their unique needs are met effectively. Recognising the importance of continuous professional development, I actively seek opportunities to enhance my knowledge and skills to deliver the highest quality of care and support. Notably, I have worked extensively with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, and the Australian Red Cross, focusing on optimising transitional outcomes for clients reintegrating into the community. Additionally, my experience with an Aboriginal organisation has provided me with valuable insights into Indigenous affairs in Australia, enabling me to analyse and address social policies affecting these communities. I am passionate about making a meaningful impact and driven to enhance the quality of life for veterans, children, and families in care through effective, compassionate, and clinically informed practice.

• 03/20 - Present, NDIS Certificate of Compliance
• 06/19 - Present, Member of Australian Association of Social Workers
• 08/11, Australian Community Workers Association

• 08/10 - 12/10, Australian Department of Health & Human Services, Child Protection - Adolescent Protective Team (APT), Under general supervision, provide quality, timely and effective case management services including client care, support and supervision guided by the Children Youth Family Act 2005., Respond to and investigate cases concerning children at risk and undertake assessments (under supervision) of child maltreatment and other risks utilising established assessment and intervention techniques applicable to child protection cases., Compile court reports and accurately update and maintain client information both written and electronic (CRIS/CRISSP)., As directed supervise children subject to legal orders granted by the Children's Court.
• 03/17 - 06/17, Peninsula Health (Frankston Hospital), Hospital Social Worker, My main role within the social work department was to undertake and complete a research project on family violence, link between policy and clinical practice. The research focused on the social worker's response to family violence within the hospital., Conducting initial psychosocial assessments under supervision, writing up referrals including risk assessments and discharge planning while learning to place social work theory into evidence-based practice, working alongside a multidisciplinary team.

• Chairperson's award, 2017, Anglicare Victoria, For exceptional services - highly commended staff leadership of five motivated team members.
• Certificate of Appreciation, Wesley Mission Victoria/Uniting, In recognition of my generous support for the program throughout my employment.

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